The next assortment of Star Wars Tsum Tsum featuring characters from Episode I: The Phantom Menace are scheduled for release on April 5. The 7 character set including Darth Maul, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Qui-Gon Jinn, Sebulba, Queen Amidala and Jar Jar Binks will be available in Disney stores and at DisneyStore.com
D23 Expo 2017 Announced
Disney has officially announced the dates for the next D23:
All the magic and excitement of the past, present, and future of Disney entertainment will come together once again D23 presents D23 Expo 2017 at the Anaheim Convention Center the weekend of July 14–16. Each of Disney’s magical worlds will unite under one roof to celebrate what’s new and what’s on the horizon from theme parks, television, music, gaming, and films, including Pixar, Star Wars, and Marvel. Advance tickets for D23 Expo 2017 will go on sale at D23Expo.com beginning July 14, 2016.
With this date superseding SDCC, could we see our first trailer for Episode VIII at D23?
NEW Super Cute Tees from Funko
This clothing line allows Funko to create iconic characters in an all-new style designed with women in mind! These t-shirts are 100% cotton and come in women’s sizes SMALL through XXL!
GameStop Exclusive POP! Rey with Xwing Helmet
Twitter follower @MayTheFunkoBeWithYou shares an image from GameStop’s database confirming the release of an exclusive POP! Rey with X-Wing Helmet. Look for it in stores around July 1.
New Latex Dewback Found at Disney Parks
Endor Express has shared via Instagram a new latex Dewback (a kin to the Happabore that was released last year) is now available a Disney Parks. They describe that the dewback relatively close in scale to the 6″ figure line so this might make for some great customizing and/diorama filler.
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Tomorrow, Instagram is rolling out a new algorithm that will change the behavior of their app (for the worse). Posts from everyone you follow will no longer appear in a chronological timeline but shift to a “best post” sorting order. To our 7600+ followers, be sure to Turn On Post Notifications via the menu next to our icon through the app. This will ensure you get the latest info as well as our continued direct social engagement.
Update: New Target Exclusive 12″ TFA Droid 3 Pack Found
Our friends at Star Wars Action News report via Facebook the discovery of a new 12″ Droid 3 pack from The Force Awakens hitting shelves exclusively at Target. The set includes BB-8, C-3PO and RO-4LO and retails for $29.99*.
*Thanks to Justin from JediNews for the price confirmation.
Update: for those in the hunt for this set: DPCI 087-06-0046
JTA Reaches 2500 RDR Milestone
Jedi Temple Archives has reached the virtually unparalleled milestone of having 2500 RDRs (Research Droid Reviews). That’s one published each day for nearly 7 years.
Congratulations!
Anovos Reveals Rey (Jakku Scavenger) Ensemble
Coming soon from @ANOVOS (price not confirmed yet) #TheForceAwakens #HeresRey #WonderCon pic.twitter.com/eOs5TrV0YF
— Paul (@p4ulmcque) March 25, 2016
Anovos has revealed via WonderCon their upcoming Rey (Jakku Scavenger) Ensemble. No word on pricing yet but look for more info soon!
Sideshow Reveals Premium Format Kylo Ren at WonderCon
The first @collectsideshow #TheForceAwakens premium format figure revealed at #WonderCon… Hey, Kylo Ren! #StarWars pic.twitter.com/8qz9VoBbpj
— Eric Goldman (@TheEricGoldman) March 25, 2016
Initially teased back in December, Sideshow has revealed via WonderCon their Premium Format Kylo Ren figure from The Force Awakens.
Thanks to @TheEricGoldman for the heads up.